sever
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They represent pure profit, meaning some clubs choose to sever that connection and cash in.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
“We find the lack of definitive action to immediately sever ties with Wally Liaw … as concerning,” Chokshi wrote.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026
That designation is normally reserved for foreign actors like Huawei that would require the department to sever ties with the startup just a few months ahead of its expected IPO.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 22, 2026
Kikuo and Shunsuke complement one another as performers but a shocking turn of events will sever their bond.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026
They say that the tendon didn’t detach again, that it didn’t sever or snap like a rubber band pulled too far.
From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day
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